The compound that undergoes decarboxylation most readily under mild condition is

Question

The compound that undergoes decarboxylation most readily under mild condition is (A) Option 1

(B)

(C)

(D)

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Keto carboxylic acids undergo decarboxylation more easily through cyclic transition state. <img class="img-fluid question-image" alt="Solution" src="https://cdn.tardigrade.in/q/nta/c-lphrtkmrdt6f.png" />

Q. The compound that undergoes decarboxylation most readily under mild condition is

Keto carboxylic acids undergo decarboxylation more easily through cyclic transition state.